Where we live and how we live have a big impact on health and well-being. In many communities across the country, housing is becoming less affordable. This challenge undermines the health of people living in our communities, often forcing them to cut back on meals or postpone needed medical care.
Kaiser Permanente is a leader in joining with partners across industries to improve access to affordable housing.
At Kaiser Permanente, we believe communities must:
In support of our policy priorities, Kaiser Permanente has:
1 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, 2022.
2 Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University, 2022.
3 Kaiser Permanente, 2023.